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Talking ’bout a Revolution: New England heading for the playoffs

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Apr 10 2023

A few weeks ago I wrote a post examining the prospects of the most likely challengers for MLS Cup. By not mentioning New England Revolution, I had quietly written the…

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Confessions of a Football Fanatic

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Sep 4 2009

Walking into my room on a chilly Sunday morning, I sighed heavily, yet I was happy. I had correctly tipped Burnley to beat United. Who knew. I didn’t get it…

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Football Manager 2010 Features

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Sep 4 2009

There is a group out there. They are, well lets say, ‘lacking match practice’ in the art of actually playing sport, and well, ‘wonderkids’, and ‘model citizens’ at writing about…

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The Injury Curse – Lose them at your peril

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Sep 2 2009

Every club has one. That vital cog that keeps the team wheels turning. With the season in its infancy, supporters up and down the land are still harbouring dreams of…

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Bicycle Kicks: A Season In The Saddle

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Feb 21 2012

I may as well get this out in the open straight away: I’m a York City fan. One who is aiming to get to every single one of our Conference…

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Transfer Rumors (1 September 09): Tottenham sign Pompey’s Kranjcar, Everton land Dutch star Heitinga, Aston Villa made to wait on Man City’s Dunne, and more

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Sep 1 2009

Unlike last year, when summer transfer deadline day saw some records broken and millions upon millions of pounds change hands, things were a lot quieter this time around. But as…

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The Transfer Deadline Day – How It Happened (Or Didn’t)

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Aug 3 2022

07:00:00 – Skysports news’ transfer count down clock is flashing red – just 10 HOURS TO GO before the apocalypse! (or the end of trading, we forget which). Let the…

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Summer 2009 Football Transfers Lists

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Nov 8 2021

Soccerlens has brought you extensive transfer window coverage for several years now – and this year we’re asking you to join us in compiling the most comprehensive transfer news database…

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Transfer Rumors (31 August 09): Sunderland sign Hull’s Turner, Aston Villa move for West Ham’s Collins, West Ham land Fiorentina’s Da Costa, and more

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Aug 31 2009

So far, there don’t appear to be any blockbuster deals in the offing as the end of the summer transfer window draws to a close. However, that could very well…

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Tuesdays have never been so exciting in football

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Nov 8 2021

Tuesdays have never been so exciting. Even the institution that is the UEFA Champions League and the subsequent “Champions Tuesdays” fanfare it precipitated hasn’t managed to turn a day of…

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Seven Days in August – how things change in Milan

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Aug 31 2009

What a difference a week makes. Seven days ago it was the red and black side of Milan who were flush with optimism, stunned at a reversal in fortunes that…

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Round 4 Australian A-League Roundup

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Sep 17 2009

Round 4 of the Hyundai A-League wrapped up yesterday, with the round producing some mixed and surprising results. Adelaide United vs North Queensland Fury Hindmarsh Stadium 10,733 3-3 10,733 people…

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Chelsea have the early edge as Manchester United, Arsenal and Liverpool stutter

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Aug 30 2009

While it is far too early to make any sort of valid title predictions based on the limited premier league action served up thus far, it is fair to say…

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Transfer Rumors (30 August 09): Man United fail in bid for City star Ireland, Tottenham in for Pompey duo, Arsenal and West Ham battle for Chamakh, and more

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Aug 31 2009

The summer transfer window is coming to a close, and there looks to be a flurry of activity still yet to come before the window shuts. There are still quite…

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Pacific Northwest expansion will take MLS to the next level

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Apr 11 2023

Football is much more than just a sport. It is nothing without its history and traditions, its routine and habits, or its passion and drama. The sport establishes its roots…

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